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With data vulnerable, retailers look for tougher security
A top retail trade group executive on Sunday called for tougher security
standards that could mean more spending for the industry, its banks and business
partners after a series of data breaches at major merchants. With the latest
thefts, this could mean a change in security standards as the need for changes
in protection of consumer information arises. One sign of the change is a new
enthusiasm for payment cards that store customer information on computer chips
and require users to type in personal identification numbers. It is not clear
the new "Chip-and-PIN" cards would have prevented the breaches at Target and
elsewhere. At the very least they make stolen data harder to re-use, a reason
the technology has caught on widely in Europe and Asia. (Source
yahoo.com)

Target POS terminals were infected with malware
The CEO of retailer Target revealed Saturday in an interview that the company's
point-of-sale (PoS) systems were infected with malware, confirming what security
experts suspected since the massive data breach was announced in mid-December.
Answering a question about what caused the breach during an interview for CNBC,
Target CEO Gregg Steinhafel said: "We don't know the full extent of what
transpired, but what we do know is that there was malware installed on our
point-of-sale registers. That much we've established." Malware programs designed
for PoS systems are commonly referred to as RAM scrapers, because they search
the terminal's random access memory (RAM) for transaction data and steal it.
(Source
csoonline.com)

The Daily's early call may be right
Cybercrime is in the news lately after Target admitted that a massive data hack
may have compromised the personal information of as many as 110 million
customers. And Reuters reported Sunday that upscale retailer Neiman Marcus has
also been the victim of a security breach of credit card customer information.
Security firms said the thefts may have originated in Eastern Europe, where
Romania has been a focal point of international cyber-fraud investigators for
years now. Police in Romania report that 80% of the cyber attacks originating
from Romania target American citizens and companies. The U.S. Embassy in
Bucharest has estimated that Romanian cybercriminals steal $1 billion every year
by hacking American computers. (Source
usatoday.com)

Target Convenes Cybersecurity Coalition
In an email sent by the retailer's own President and CEO, Gregg Steinhafel, he
assured recepients that Target Corporation is dedicated to protecting their
guest's information, and is taking the necessary steps to do so. "As part of our
long-term commitment to protecting our guests’ information, Target is convening
a coalition of three nationally recognized, trusted organizations – the Better
Business Bureau, the National Cyber Security Alliance and the National
Cyber-Forensics & Training Alliance – to advance public education around
cybersecurity and the dangers of consumer scams. Target will invest $5 million
in a multi-year campaign for this effort. We will learn from the experts at
these organizations who best understand the complexities and growing challenges
associated with cybersecurity and how to educate consumers in trusted,
accessible and understandable ways. This group will convene for the first time
this week in Washington, D.C., and we will have more to share following that
meeting."

2014 – It’s Going to be a Data Breach Year –
With the Eastern Block Hacking Till They Drop – With the US’s window closing in
2015 With EMV coming in 2015 the Eastern Block – led by the
Romanians are going to be charging the gates of every retailer in the U.S.
They’ve only got 11 months left to cash in on the cards they can dump on the
black market as easy as taking candy from a baby. And with EMV coming it’s gonna
be a mad dash to the finish. Four retailers hacked in the first 12 days – one
every 3 days. It’s a trend and we all should be warned. How’s LP adding value?
More importantly where are the Fed’s and are they reading the environment and
trying to get out ahead of this. Or are we left to just waiting for the attacks.
This year could make history – a history none of us want but a history that our
credit card industry could have avoided. And while they try to shift
responsibility to the retailers, as Schnucks insurance carrier did last Fall,
are we making sure that our models fit every requirement?

Hand Hygiene: An Indispensable Weapon
It's that time for germs to spread, and it's important that you keep your hand
sanitized so you don't catch a cold and miss time off of work. Studies suggest
that we touch our faces 15 to 20 time each hour, so if a coworker has the flu,
those viruses can go right into your own body through your nose or mouth.
Encourage good hand hygiene in your workplaces by following these tips, and keep
the flu out of your organization! (Source
ehstoday.com)

Planning for Cold and Flu Season
Think you can't prepare for a flu? Think again! You don't want to be one of
thousands of people that have to miss work due to the flu or flu-related
illness! The flu is nothing to take likely, it can cause not only employees to
be absent and miss work, but if they come to work sick, they may be more likely
to make mistakes that could lead to accidents. The flu is a safety issue, so
make sure your employees are prepared! Use these strategies to combat the flu
this winter season. (Source
ehstoday.com)

Naperville, IL man guilty of Seventh Crime in Just One Year
Peter Dunning pleaded guilty in Will County Circuit Court to a felony charge of
unlawful use of someone else's credit card. He has already been imprisoned for
four burglaries, and two thefts committed last year, one of which he wrestled
with a loss prevention agent at the Jewel-Osco store after he was seen pushing a
shopping cart full of groceries out the door. (Source
suntimes.com)

Total Corruption: Organized Crime infiltrates British Government and Justice
SystemsA leaked Scotland Yard report documents the
near-total corruption of the British Government and justice system by organized
criminals. This 2003 report, called "Operation Tiberius," contains a series of
explosive allegations about corruption including the sale of 50,000 pounds of
"get out of jail free" cards, the buying off of juries. The report also claims
that a Metropolitan Police detective's son was employed to be a torturer for a
gang, and that the detective impeded any investigations into that gang and the
crimes his son committed. Watch out! There's no reason something like this
couldn't happen today, what with all the surveillance of every person in the
country! (Source
boingboing.net)

Norristown, PA Man charged with stealing debit card; other suspect at largeNorth Wales police said that on the afternoon of Dec. 17,
officers were dispatched to the 100 block of South Sixth Street for a report of
a stolen wallet that contained a debit card and other items. The victim told
officers that Anthony Thomas Waller, 31, of Norristown, and Jordan Talia Proitte,
25, of Pottstown — friends of hers who had just left her residence — may have
been responsible, police said. She also stated to officers that an unauthorized
withdrawal of $300 from her account had just been made at an ATM at a nearby
Wawa, and that two more subsequent cash withdrawal attempts in the borough using
her debit card had been denied, police said. During their investigation,
according to police, officers watched store security video
footage showing Waller withdrawing money from an ATM at the Wawa at 710 E.
Walnut St. on the afternoon of Dec. 17. Police said that less than 10 minutes
later, Waller — accompanied by Proitte — tried to withdraw money from the Giant
Pharmacy at 107 S. Main St. but was denied; the pair then tried
to get money from an ATM at the North Wales Pub at 146 S. Main St. approximately
15 minutes after that but were again denied. Both attempted transactions were
captured by security cameras at the two businesses, police said.
(Source
thereporteronline.com)

3 Women charged in St. Louis County beauty supply store smash-and-grabInvestigators may have a possible break in a case involving
several smash and grabs at area beauty supply stores. St. Louis County Police
arrested three suspected burglars with a similar motive. Police say there’s a
good chance the three women arrested may have good information on the area smash
and grabs if they are not directly linked to the crimes. (Source
kmov.com)

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“We are excited to be Kohl’s technology solution and services provider, and we
are committed to a successful and evolving RFID program for the company,”
commented Per Levin, President and Chief Sales Officer, Merchandise Availability
Solutions, Checkpoint Systems.

“RFID will further enhance our customers’ shopping experience by providing
improved operational visibility, enabling us to more efficiently identify items
which need to be replenished on the sales floor,” said Ken Bonning, Senior
Executive Vice President, Kohl’s Department Stores.

Kohl’s began piloting RFID in spring 2013 across 25 stores. The company’s RFID
deployment is focused on a large number of strategic apparel departments
including footwear, denim and men’s basics.

Checkpoint is at the NRF Big Show this week demonstrating its latest loss
prevention and merchandise availability solutions at Booth #2244.

About Kohl’s Department Stores

Based in Menomonee Falls, Wis., Kohl’s (NYSE: KSS) is a family-focused,
value-oriented specialty department store offering moderately priced, exclusive
and national brand apparel, shoes, accessories, beauty and home products in an
exciting shopping environment. With a commitment to environmental leadership,
Kohl’s operates 1,158 stores in 49 states. In support of the communities it
serves, Kohl’s has raised more than $231 million for children’s initiatives
nationwide through its Kohl’s Cares® cause merchandise program, which operates
under Kohl's Cares, LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Kohl's Department Stores,
Inc. For a list of store locations and information, or for the added convenience
of shopping online, visit
www.Kohls.com, join the discussion on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/Kohls)
or Twitter (http://twitter.com/Kohls)
or get inspired on Pinterest (http://pinterest.com/Kohls)
and Instagram (http://instagram.com/Kohls).

Checkpoint Systems is a global leader in merchandise availability solutions for
the retail industry, encompassing loss prevention and merchandise visibility.
Checkpoint provides end-to-end solutions enabling retailers to achieve accurate
real-time inventory, accelerate the replenishment cycle, prevent out-of-stocks
and reduce theft, thus improving merchandise availability and the shopper’s
experience. Checkpoint's solutions are built upon 45 years of radio frequency
technology expertise, innovative high-theft and loss-prevention solutions,
market-leading RFID hardware, software, and comprehensive labeling capabilities
to brand, secure and track merchandise from source to shelf. Checkpoint's
customers benefit from increased sales and profits by implementing merchandise
availability solutions to ensure the right merchandise is available at the right
place and time when consumers are ready to buy. Listed on the NYSE (NYSE: CKP),
Checkpoint operates in every major geographic market and employs 4,700 people
worldwide.
Twitter @CheckpointSys

Fire 'Em Up! 5 Simple Steps to Inspire Your Employees Inspiration and
engagement does so much more for your business than making it happier. If your
employees are really inspired they will get more done for your business and in
turn for you! If your employees are uninspired, it could mean bad business for
you. Nobody's exempt from their workers falling into the disengaged category,
but use these tips to get them feeling inspired again. (Plant
a vision)

Employees who Feel Love Perform Better You wouldn't think of using the
word love in the workplace, but it certainly packs a punch on how your employees
perform. Those employees who felt that they worked in a caring work culture, and
that they were encouraged by their fellow employees, were more engaged at work.
You don't have to go around giving hugs all day, but
(try
these 3 tips)

Knowing the basic interview questions is one thing. Having the answers is
another. What's more important is communicating openly and honestly in a
professional manner that shows thought, vision and your business knowledge. Try
to apply your background to the interviewers business and how you can impact it
and add value. The key to a successful interview is bridging the gap between
your background and the prospective employer's company and needs.
Preparation-preparation-preparation!